field-strip

[ feeld-strip ]

verb (used with object)

, Military.

, field-stripped or (Rare) field-stript, field-strip·ping.

1. to take apart (a weapon) for cleaning, lubrication, and repair or for inspection.
2. to roll up the paper and scatter the tobacco of (a cigarette butt).

Word History and Origins

Origin of field-strip¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

I can now field strip and reassemble every one of your blasted gadgets in the dark.

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